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The Holiness Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 9, 2023

This sermon explores the call to holiness, emphasizing it as a journey of becoming more like God in character, reflected in our everyday lives.

Warm greetings, beloved family of God! Isn't it a joy to be gathered together in this sacred space, united by our shared love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ? We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We have been called to this place, at this time, to hear a message from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16

Topics: Application, Holiness

Mlk And Jesus: Calling Us To Come And See PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 12, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of Jesus' call, reflected in the life and mission of Martin Luther King Jr.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is indeed a blessing to gather together in this sacred space, united in our faith and our shared love for our Lord Jesus Christ. Our hearts are full of anticipation, eager to receive God's Word and the divine wisdom it imparts. We are here to learn, to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Topics: Martin Luther King Jr., Celebration

Eulogy: Denise PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 21, 2024

This sermon explores God's deep love, compassion, and comforting presence in our lives, especially during times of pain and trials, as reflected in Psalm 116:15.

Hello, friends. Today, I want to share with you the comforting embrace of Psalm 116:15. A passage that reminds us of the depth of God's love, the breadth of His compassion, and the unending comfort He provides in our times of pain. "Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his faithful ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:15

Topics: God Cares, His People

A Rock-Solid Foundation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 4, 2024

Emphasizes the importance of not just hearing God's Word, but actively applying it in our lives to withstand life's storms.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a beautiful day the Lord has made and we're here to rejoice and be glad in it. We are gathered in the house of our Lord, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Each one of us carries a purpose, a calling, a divine destiny that God has placed in our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Topics: Hearing, Heeding, God's Word

How Wise Are You? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 12, 2024

This sermon explores the true nature of wisdom, emphasizing its source in God and its application in our lives, contrasting it with worldly wisdom.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, isn't it? It's a privilege, a blessing, a divine appointment, to come together as one body, one church, one family, united in our shared love for Christ. Today, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Topics: Heavenly Wisdom

Living Water PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 5, 2024

This sermon explores our spiritual thirst, the satisfaction found in Christ, and the transformative power of surrendering to the Holy Spirit.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. What a joy and blessing it is to gather together in the house of the Lord to worship and learn from His Word. We are here to be fed, to be filled, to be refreshed, and to be reminded of the great love of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we're going to ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Topics: Thirst, Satisfaction

When Your Promise Dies PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon encourages trust in God's promises and the growth of faith, even in challenging times, through the wisdom found in 2 Kings 4:14-37.

Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ, to this gathering of hearts and minds, united in our shared love for our Savior and our shared desire to grow closer to Him. Today, we find ourselves standing at the foot of a mountain of wisdom, ready to ascend, not by our own strength, but by the grace and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:14-37

Topics: Faith, Belief

Ministry Of The Word: Truth, Understanding & Change

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. REVIEW The Church of the Saviour at Myersville, Maryland was founded by a group of believers whose goal was to establish a New Testament church in this community, one fully engaged in the ministry of "equipping the saints for the work of the ministry.

A. REVIEW The Church of the Saviour at Myersville, Maryland was founded by a group of believers whose goal was to establish a New Testament church in this community, one fully engaged in the ministry of "equipping the saints for the work of the ministry." We concluded our study last week by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:11-13

The Good Samaritan

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus told this parable in answer to a lawyer on how eternal life could be gained - perfect obedience to the law of love - and when obtained how it is demonstrated.

Jesus once told a story - the Good Samaritan - which has been a favourite ever since. It’s a charming, human-interest story, but at the same time it carries a sharp message. All of us are guilty of committing many types of sin. There are sins of omission - things we don’t do which we should, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37, Luke 10:10-37

Denomination: Baptist

Christ: Much More

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 6, 2000

Name it. Whatever it is, Christ is much more

Mankind has been effected as groups and cultures by numerous people throughout history. There have been influential people; great people and not so great people who have influenced societies, whether for good or for bad. But mankind as a whole has only been affected by two men; the first, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-15

Denomination: Orthodox

An Interview To Change Life

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Nov 9, 2000

Nicodemus was confused because his thinking was earth-bound but Jesus offered him eternal life through a spiritual rebirth if he would believe in Christ’s self-offering on the Cross.

A LIFE CHANGING INTERVIEW The text, John 3:16 is a biblical classic: "God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." It’s probably the most loved and quoted verse in Scripture. Rev Sandy Millar, Rector of Holy ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Born Again

Contributed by Terry Costaris on Jun 21, 2001

What does being “born of water” mean?

BORN AGAIN Is Baptisim Essential for Salvation? A Sermon on John 3: 1-14 by Pastor Thorolod Marsaw Newtonbrook Baptist Church Someone has said, “He that is only born once will die twice, but he who is born twice will die only once.” Does this statement sound strange to you? Well if it does, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-14

Top Ten Reasons Why Heaven Is Going To Be A Blast

Contributed by Steve Malone on May 22, 2001

In this message we take a look at heaven and this will give us a ’before vacation’attitude about life.

"TOP TEN REASONS WHY HEAVEN IS GOING TO BE A BLAST! INTRODUCTION Have you ever been so excited about something that was going to happen that it just made your entire day? This past thursday Leila was excited about something. I went by her school to pick her this past thursday at 12:30, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

As Jesus Ascended To The Father, He Gave Gifts. Series

Contributed by Dr. Stafford Miller on May 29, 2001

As Jesus ascended He gave us a promise, and the Apostle Paul reminds us of the hope, inheritance, and greatness of the promises of God.

THE Last Sunday IN THE SEASON OF EASTER, Ascension Sunday INTRODUCTION;;Luke-24: 44-53, ACTS 1:11 There are many days of the church year WE CELEBRATE, CHRISTMAS, EASTER, PENTECOST. YET, There are ALSO days of the church year the we fail to recognize, and these days and events reveal to us ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus And Water

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jan 7, 2001

Year C Second Sunday After the Epiphany January 14, 2001

Year C Second Sunday After the Epiphany Lord of the Lake Lutheran Church Web page http://lordofthelake.org By The Rev. Jerry Morrissey, Esq., Pastor E-mail pastor@southshore.com Text: John 2:1-11 Thank you Heavenly Father for faith in Christ; which takes your “no” and presses on as though it ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran